Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations
Food Preparation Workers
SOC 35-2021
National Median Salary
$34,220
/year
Range: $23,490 \u2013 $44,260
↓ -3%
Growth 2023-2033
148
Annual Openings
A
Safety Grade
888,770
Total Employed
Requirements
Education No formal educational credential
Top Paying States
1. Washington $38,950
2. Colorado $38,670
3. District of Columbia $38,440
4. California $38,150
5. Massachusetts $37,780
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Data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics, May 2024.